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April 7, 2011

One Person Seriously Injured in 118 Freeway Crash

118freewaywoodland.jpgGRANADA HILLS - A crash early Thursday morning on the eastbound 118 (Ronald Reagan) Freeway left one person seriously injured, the Los Angeles Times reported. The accident happened just after 5 a.m. west of Woodley Avenue, and involved a truck and a car. All eastbound lanes of the freeway were shut down for about 45 minutes. Further details of the accident were not available; the cause of the April 7th 118 Freeway crash remains under investigation. Based on the limited information provide in news accounts, it was not clear why the accident occurred.

Car Accident Injury Liability Issues

When accidents are the result of negligent, careless or reckless driving, injured victims may be entitled to recover compensation for their injuries in a personal injury claim. Damages available may include medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages. Following a major injury accident such as this collision in Granada Hills, the injured victim's family would be well-advised to seek an experienced and reputable Los Angeles car accident lawyer. A skilled attorney can help the injured victim protect his or her rights and ensure that maximum compensation is ultimately obtained.

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February 27, 2011

Five People Injured in Granada Hills Crash on 118 Freeway

GRANADA HILLS - Five people were injured, including a 10-year-old boy who suffered a severe leg injury, Saturday afternoon on the westbound 118 (Ronald Reagan) Freeway in Granada Hills, NBC Los Angeles reported. The accident was reported at 4:04 p.m. at Hayvenhurst Avenue. According to the Los Angeles Fire Department, multiple vehicles were involved in the crash, but it was not known why the accident occurred or who was responsible. The cause of the Granada Hills crash remains under investigation.

Fault and Personal Injury Liability

Based on the very limited details provided in news accounts, it is unclear why this accident occurred. After a serious injury accident such as this February 26th crash in Granada Hills, the injured parties would be well-advised to speak with an experienced and knowledgeable Los Angeles car accident lawyer. An attorney who understands the unique legal issues of multi-vehicle freeway accidents will be able to advise the victims of their legal rights to recover compensation for their injuries, including medical expenses, lost earnings, pain and suffering, and other damages.

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